VICS Hanger Standards and Hanging Guidelines

The following merchandise must be shipped on hangers:

  • Any product that the vendor would normally place on hangers.
  • Any product that the Buyer requests to be put on hangers.
  • Hangers must be on merchandise not loose and seeded in cartons.

All Hangers must meet the following specifications:

  • VICS approved
  • Clear Resin
  • Swivel metal hook
  • The size of the hanger should be appropriate for the garment, below are our suggested hanger sizes outlined by department:
Department
Infants/ Toddlers 10" or 12 " Top Hanger
8" or 10" Bottom Hanger
Children's/ Junior's 15", 17", or 19" Top Hanger
12" or 14" Bottom Hanger
Women's 15", 17", or 19" Top Hanger
12" or 14" Bottom Hanger
Men's 15", 17", or 19" Top Hanger
12" or 14" Bottom Hanger



TOP HANGER

K resin
Color clear
Wire hook
10, 12, 15, 17 and 19 inch

 


BOTTOM HANGER

K resin
Color clear
Wire hook
8, 10, 12 and 14 inch
 

Hanging Guidelines:

  • Hangers should always be positioned with open end to the left.
  • Do not loop "hanger strings" over the hangers. Use non-slip foam cover on hanger to prevent slipping if needed.
  • All items should be buttoned, buckled, zipped, or snapped.
  • Product should be steamed and wrinkle free.

Exceptions to the hanger policy:

The following categories can ship using white Vendor hangers without being assessed non-compliance charges:

  • Men's & Women's Suits
  • Coats
  • Infants
  • Toddlers/Girls-Boys (2T-7)
  • Intimate Apparel

Approved Hanger Vendors: A&E (609) 806-2500, Randy Hangers (201) 842-6235, Mainetti Group (800) 462-3843, Accessory Corp (888) 800-0170, CWS (877) 777-7173, AAA Hangers (626) 350-3828, Sourcing Solutions (973) 514-1400, Visconti Garment Hangers, Inc. (866) 484-6012 and Uniplast Industries (800) 225-0058. Recycled hangers are acceptable. If interested, call 903-589-5658

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